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If you frequently visit a gym to stay in shape, you may have noticed a discouraging phenomenon. There are always a few people who work out faithfully and never slack off in a class, yet they are still overweight. Or maybe that’s your story. How can we exercise so much for so long and still be overweight? Is it possible to be overweight and still be physically fit? Yes and no, according to Scott Charland, a sports performance team leader at IU Health Sports Performance. “A lot depends…

Aging can be challenging. As you get north of 50, your body just can’t do the same things it could do when you were 25. Many people begin to lose their eyesight as they age. One of the most common causes of loss of vision in older people is age-related macular degeneration. What is Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)? The macula is an area near the center of the human retina. As you age, your retina can gradually become damaged, causing a loss of vision in the center of your eye. This damage…

Dr. Scott Renshaw, family medicine physician at IU Health, answers common questions about how to choose a primary care physician and what to expect during that first visit. Why do you need a family care doc? If you visit your primary care physician each year, it’s his or her job to keep you healthy. So maintaining good health is the top priority. Also, if you need referrals to specialists, your primary care physician can act as your advocate and help you get the resources you need, plus…

Every February, America celebrates American Heart Month by kicking off National Cardiac Rehabilitation Week. This week reflects on the importance of cardiac rehabilitation and its role in helping prevent or reverse current or future heart conditions. Every year, this week coincides with Valentine’s Day as it begins on Feb. 8 and wraps up on Feb. 14. Healthcare providers nationwide hold events to help celebrate the improvement of the lives of those who suffer from cardiac vascular disease. Who…

If you try to eat healthy, nutritional trends can be confusing. Fat was bad for you. Now it’s good for you, but only if it’s the right kind of fat. Are carbs bad for you? What about gluten? One of the most confusing topics to many in regards to nutrition is cholesterol. It seems like every article you read about cholesterol says something different. So what are the facts? Let’s examine: What is Cholesterol? Cholesterol is a waxy substance found in every part of your body. It is…

Our favorite songs reach further than our ears – they speak to our brains and can affect our emotions. A catchy tune latches onto our mind, and we can’t get it out of our heads. Music casts a spell in many different ways, and scientists continually study the effects of music on the brain as a means to further understand overall brain function. Musical preferences vary, but it all means the same to our brains. Some scientists refer to the brain’s ability to consume and make sense…

Was your New Year’s Resolution to finally get fit or lose a few pounds? Well it’s time for a New Year’s Resolution check-in. If you have stuck to your resolution so far: great. If not, we are here to help. We have assembled some resources to help Hoosiers achieve their fitness resolutions and get in shape. Whether you want to lose weight, clean up your diet, build strength, or just be more active, here are some of the best places in Indiana to make your resolution a reality. IU…

By almost anyone’s standards, Mike Sweeny has led a rough-and-tumble sort of life. The 51-year-old stone setter from Sayville, New York grew up on Long Island’s South Shore, where he loved being outside, and participated in Boy Scouts, Motocross biking and other sports. His childhood was filled with opportunities for developing mental and physical toughness. Those are practical life skills for anyone, but they were especially relevant to Sweeny after 8 p.m., November 5, 2012, when he…

Do you need a full nine hours of sleep each night? Or perhaps you’re the type who can get by on just six. Sleep needs vary from person to person – and our children are no different. This individual variability is what inspired the National Sleep Foundation to issue new recommendations for appropriate amounts of shut-eye. “The foundation is recognizing more individual variability in sleep needs – that some people require more or less sleep than others,” explains Dr. Sarah…